Syracuse, N.Y. — Two retailers from Baldwinsville are planning to open a joint location in downtown Syracuse.

A la Maison, a home decor shop, and The Changing Room, a vintage-inspired clothing retailer, will open in about 1,300 square feet of space at 425 S. Warren St. later in March. The businesses will keep their original locations, too.

The two stores are neighbors in Baldwinsville. Both are located above Olive's Eatery on Syracuse Street.

"We find that a lot of our clients are the same," said Michele Graham, owner of a la Maison. "We thought it would be neat to get space downtown under one roof."

A la Maison carries everything from gifts and rugs to lighting and gourmet specialty foods, Graham said. She's aiming to tap into downtown's professional population with services like gift concierge.

"I just know there's a need," said Graham, who works downtown as an events planner and communications manager for AXA, in addition to owning a la Maison.

Graham and Kathie Morris, owner of The Changing Room, looked at locations throughout downtown. Graham said the Warren Street store front is closer to a number of professional offices than Armory Square.

Morris said the stores should do well downtown. In addition to clothing, The Changing Room carries handbags and other accessories.

"The opportunity for growth is there," she said. "The vibe I'm getting is things are starting to happen."